Bible: Offline Audio & Reading
Listen, read along, study
About
This app provides a complete Bible experience with verse-by-verse narration and word-by-word highlighting. It features an AI-powered search that answers questions using only Bible verses, all processed offline on your device. Optimized for iPhone Duo and iPad, it offers study tools and offline access.
What's New in Bible
1.1.0
October 19, 2026
Developer apps
FAQ
Does Bible: Offline Audio & Reading have ads?
No, Bible: Offline Audio & Reading is completely ad-free. The app is designed with privacy in mind and does not collect any user data or display advertisements.
What devices is Bible: Offline Audio & Reading compatible with?
Bible: Offline Audio & Reading requires an iPhone with Apple Intelligence (iPhone 15 Pro or newer) or an iPad with Apple Intelligence to use its advanced AI search features. It also runs on other iPhones and iPads for basic reading and listening functions.
How does the AI search in Bible: Offline Audio & Reading work?
When you ask a question, the app searches the Bible and uses Apple Intelligence to generate a short answer based solely on the verses found. Every reference in the answer is a clickable link, and verse chips show exactly which verses were used for the answer.
Can I use Bible: Offline Audio & Reading without an internet connection?
Yes, Bible: Offline Audio & Reading is designed for offline use. You can download any book, along with its text and audio, to read, listen, and search without an internet connection.
What translation is used in Bible: Offline Audio & Reading?
The app uses the Berean Standard Bible, which is a modern translation available in the public domain. The text and audio narration are included for this translation.
How often is Bible: Offline Audio & Reading updated?
The latest version, 1.1.0, was released on October 19, 2026, introducing new features for iPhone Duo and AI-powered answers. Updates are provided by the developer, Erik McNair.
What are the benefits of using Bible: Offline Audio & Reading on iPhone Duo?
On iPhone Duo, the app utilizes the dual-page display to show two pages side-by-side like a book when open. When closed, it fills the outer display. Long-pressing a verse for word study opens it on the facing page, keeping the original verse in view.
Is there a cost to use Bible: Offline Audio & Reading?
No, Bible: Offline Audio & Reading is completely free to use. There are no in-app purchases or subscription fees associated with the application.
